With up to 6 high-performance (P) cores and up to 8 high-efficiency (E) cores, the G029 is ideal for virtualization, enabling optimized resource allocation and simplified upgrades and maintenance.
A standout feature of the G029 is an embedded GPU with up to 96 execution units (EUs), allowing for the execution of its own local AI algorithms as well as support for other AI accelerators available on the system. The board also supports smart CCTV and object detection applications.
In addition to its 14 cores, the CompactPCI® Serial 3U CPU board can be equipped with up to 96GB of DDR5 RAM, primarily aimed at high-end embedded system applications. For enhanced reliability and availability, the board's memory is protected against external interference with in-band ECC (IBECC).
All components are soldered according to applicable industry standards to protect against shock and vibration. Furthermore, all G029 models come with fast 120GB NVMe storage. Compared to the duagon G28, the G029 achieves 20-25% more performance per watt.
The board is well-suited for railway applications, serving as both a virtualization hub and a centralized maintenance platform. It can also provide a foundation for advancements in machine learning/artificial intelligence (ML/AI).
To meet the most stringent security standards, the G029 is equipped with a TPM 2.0 and supports a user-managed secure boot key. This enables the board to perform a controlled secure boot process and prevent the execution of unauthorized code. Intel® Trusted Execution Technology, Intel® Virtualization Technologies (VT-x/VT-d), and Intel® Boot Guard complete the G029's security suite. The board was developed in accordance with the IEC 62443-4-1 cybersecurity process, certified by TÜV-SÜD.
Duagon leverages the CPU's expanded scalability with power consumption options ranging from 15 W (U series) to 45 W (P series) and a multitude of P/E core configurations to suit operational needs, even in harsh ambient temperatures up to +70 °C. For models with U-series CPUs, operation without forced ventilation is possible.
The integrated Intel® Iris Xe GPU with 96 EUs is AI-ready for a wide range of low-complexity applications, including rail transport (smart CCTV with obstacle and anomaly detection, sensor and track defect monitoring, enhanced passenger safety, and people counting), medicine (surgical robots), and other industrial applications (robot control and improved quality control). The Intel® Open VINO toolset, combined with the accessibility of pre-trained models like YOLO, provides a solid foundation for seamless application deployment in real-world scenarios.
A versatile G029 board management controller delivers intelligent monitoring and supervision of all vital signals, including internal and power board voltages, temperatures, and an operating system watchdog. Additionally, the new CompactPCI® Serial board supports Intel® AMT out-of-band remote management. Future-proof with certified reliability: The new board supports Linux and real-time operating systems, and Red Hat certification will be available soon. This offers further advantages in terms of performance, reliability, and upgrades. Long-term availability ensures a longer product lifespan and fewer replacement cycles. The G029 is backward compatible with the previous models G28, G25A, and G23.
